Award Amount: $5,000 Renewable

Louis E. Rabinowitz Memorial Scholarship

Eligible: Current undergraduate first-years, sophomores, or juniors at The University of South Carolina, Clemson University, and the Citadel Military College of South Carolina

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The Louis E. Rabinowitz Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Louis E. Rabinowitz, a dedicated supporter of Hillel and Jewish life. Born in Savannah, Georgia, and a 1960 graduate of The Citadel, Louis played a pivotal role in supporting Hillel at the College of Charleston and the University of South Carolina. This scholarship will be awarded to Jewish students at the University of South Carolina, The Citadel, and Clemson University. Applicants should have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and demonstrate leadership, entrepreneurship, or volunteerism. Prior attendance at Hillel events is not required.

Renewable for up to two three additional school years, in addition to the first year. Not renewable after the fourth school year/payment, or the student’s completion of an undergraduate degree, whichever comes first.

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Louis E. Rabinowitz Memorial Scholarship FAQs

The Louis E. Rabinowitz Memorial Scholarship closes on March 3, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST.

Yes! You can apply to as many scholarships as you are eligible for. Students who are eligible for this scholarship may also be eligible for the Behrman Campus Leadership Award and the Frimer First Generation Student Scholarship

That’s okay! We encourage any and all Jewish students at these campuses who are otherwise eligible to apply. Hillel involvement on campus is not a requirement of this scholarship.

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